Renowned Performer The actor Pat Finn, Famed For Appearances in The Middle and Friends, Passes Away at Age 60.
Stateside performer Pat Finn, who appeared in beloved TV shows like "Friends", Seinfeld and The Middle, has passed away at the age of 60.
The comedic improv actor died at home in Los Angeles on Monday having undergone treatment for cancer since 2022, as reported by media reports.
"Pat never met a stranger - only friends he hadn't encountered," his loved ones shared in a statement.
They continued that he had "embraced life completely - with happiness and energy".
A Prolific TV Career
Finn's first television role was on a show starring George Wendt in the mid-90s, where he played the lead character's sibling.
He was also seen in a regular part on Murphy Brown between 1995 and 1997.
He starred as the character Joe Mayo in the show Seinfeld in the late 90s, portraying a host known to delegate tedious tasks to his guests.
During the 90s and 2000s, he had guest spots on numerous well-known programs, like:
- King of Queens
- Friends
- That '70s Show
- House
He was most recognized for his portrayal of the character Bill Norwood in "The Middle", appearing throughout eight seasons of the show between 2011 and 2018.
His cinematic roles include "It's Complicated" and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.
Off-Screen Life
Outside of his television work, Finn was an improv performer and also taught at the University of Colorado, where he was a professor.
He was a member of a six-person improv troupe called Beer Shark Mice.
"He guided, supported, and advised many learners over the years and it would be difficult to find someone anywhere who has anything negative to say about him," his family wrote.
In a tribute, fellow actor Richard Kind remarked there was "nobody more kind, gentle, and humorous, down to earth person you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, making those around him better and funnier. A wonderful father and man," he posted publicly.
The actor is survived by his partner Donna, his children, and his mother, father, and brothers/sisters.
